- Andoni Iraola has verbally agreed to become Liverpool's next head coach, following the sacking of Arne Slot last week.
- Liverpool opened talks with the Basque coach on Tuesday morning and made swift progress, with Iraola willing to accept the position.
- Sporting director Richard Hughes, who previously worked with Iraola at AFC Bournemouth, is leading the club's search for a new manager.
- Iraola, who left Bournemouth in April after guiding them to their highest-ever league finish, is expected to be confirmed in the role within days.
- The club is seeking a coach who can implement a fast, aggressive style of football, which they believe Iraola can deliver.
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